Mutellina adonidifolia
Mutellina adoidifolia, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in tropical regions, holds remarkable therapeutic potential. Valued in traditional medicine for its diverse bioactive compounds, this species is often utilized to treat various ailments. Understanding its phytochemical properties is essential for exploring its future applications in modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Mutellina adonidifolia
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Mutellina.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Mutellina | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Mutelliina adonidifolia, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Adonis-leaf Mutelliina, while in French, it is known as Mutelliina à feuilles d'adonis. In Spanish, the species is called Mutelliina de hojas de adonide, and in Portuguese, it is referred to as Mutelliina de folhas de adônis.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several regions within Middle Europe. It can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Austria. Its presence is also documented throughout the territories of Czechia and Slovakia. Furthermore, the species inhabits various parts of Germany and Poland. Finally, the geographical range of this medicinal plant extends into Switzerland.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Mutelliina adonidifolia, utilizes its fruits as a key component in its biological life cycle and potential medicinal applications. The fruits serve as the primary vessel for seed dispersal, ensuring the continuation of the species within its natural habitat. In various ethnobotanical studies, specific plant parts are analyzed for their chemical properties, and the fruits of this species are often examined to determine if they contain unique bioactive compounds that contribute to its overall therapeutic profile.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fruits | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |